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Our platform combines industrial robotics, machine vision, and adaptive manufacturing to do what decades of manual processes have not — deliver the throughput and consistency the industry needs to build again.\nWelders at Valstad are central to our production operation. You’ll work alongside advanced robotic systems in a modern fabrication facility, producing structural steel components to exacting quality standards. We’re looking for experienced, detail-oriented welders who take pride in their craft and want to be part of something bigger.\nWhat You’ll Do\nPerform GMAW (MIG) and FCAW welding in positions 1G, 2G, and 3G on structural steel components and assemblies\nPerform corrective welding to repair, rework, or refit fabricated components\nRead and interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, and work instructions\nMeasure and verify dimensions using tape measures, squares, and other layout tools\nPerform material handling and positioning, including lifting up to 75 lbs\nOperate hand and power cutting tools including plasma, oxy-fuel, and angle grinders\nWork safely alongside robotic welding systems on the production floor\nMaintain weld quality in accordance with AWS D1.1 and ABS Part 2 Materials and Welding requirements\nKeep your work area clean and organized\n\nWhat You’ll Bring\nRequired: Proficiency in GMAW (MIG) and FCAW welding\nAbility to weld out of position (vertical, overhead, and horizontal)\nAbility to read a tape measure and basic fabrication drawings\nFamiliarity with thermal cutting processes (plasma, oxy-fuel, or similar)\nFamiliarity with structural welding codes or quality standards (e.g. AWS D1.1 or ASME Section VIII); willingness to learn ABS Part 2\nAbility to safely lift up to 75 lbs and perform physical labor in a manufacturing environment\nTasks may require physical strength and dexterity\nMay require extensive kneeling, bending, and standing for long periods of time\nMust be able to climb ladders or stairs to reach objects; comfortable with heights\nMay require working in narrow or confined work spaces for extended periods of time\nBasic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to weld quality\nDependable, collaborative, and able to work from written and verbal work orders\nNice to Have\nSMAW (Stick) welding experience\nGTAW (TIG) welding experience\nLaser welding experience\nRobotics or cobot welding system experience\nAWS D1.1 welder qualification/certification\nShipbuilding or heavy industrial fabrication background\nCompensation Range: $60K - $75K","company":"Valstad","rawCompany":"valstad","city":"Austin","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-29T11:49:47.656Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-2041.00","title":"Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters","slug":"structural-metal-fabricators-and-fitters"},{"code":"51-4121.00","title":"Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers","slug":"welders-cutters-solderers-and-brazers"},{"code":"51-4122.00","title":"Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders","slug":"welding-soldering-and-brazing-machine-setters-operators-and-tenders"}],"industries":[{"code":"332312","title":"Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing","slug":"fabricated-structural-metal-manufacturing"},{"code":"332313","title":"Plate Work Manufacturing","slug":"plate-work-manufacturing"},{"code":"238120","title":"Structural Steel and Precast Concrete Contractors","slug":"structural-steel-and-precast-concrete-contractors"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Structural Welder / Fabricator","description":"What to Expect\nValstad is a manufacturing technology company with a mission to rebuild America's shipbuilding capacity from the ground up. 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